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Island Shangri-La has a whole floor dedicated to kids. In other words, he’s prettyhard to impress. On a recent family trip toHong Kong, one hotel rose to the challenge. Credit:Courtesy of Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong “We realized that hotels could be fun for kids, but also a little daunting. That commitment became clear from the moment we stepped out of the elevator on level 45. The family floor is part of a hotel-wide refurbishment that kicked off in 2022....

Murrieta Hot Springs Resort, with more than 50 pools, is reopening between San Diego and Los Angeles. Here’s a sneak peek at the reimagined hotel. The natural hot spring water hasnt changed, but the property will debut a fresh new look and amenities. Credit:Courtesy of Murrieta Hot Springs Resort A state-of-the-art fitness center and on-site dining round out the offerings. Murrieta Hot Springs Resort is 80 miles from Los Angeles and 65 miles from San Diego....

Durango Hot Springs Resort & Spa underwent a $14 million transformation. Of the 41 total pools, 32 are hot, mineral pools. And of those 32 pools, eight are designed for families and set alongside the main swimming pool. Credit:Cole Davis/Courtesy of Durango Hot Springs There are also two cold plunges. There is also a full-service day spa on the property. (For reference, a 2.5-houradult soak is $39.) Courtesy of Durango Hot Springs...

From gorgeous decor to an ideal location, and an unmatched history, this hotel has it all. Right from its curbside entrance at Tevkifhane Street, the hotel is indeed a special one. But well get into that in a minute because the building deserves to be this story’s star. Political prisoners were often housed here, including novelist Orhan Kemal, who wroteWard 72while imprisoned. But the brand has made sure not to forget the building and the areas extraordinary past....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC just finished a $40-million renovationhere’s what it’s like to stay. It was warm; the perfect refuge from the piercingly cold winter air. The exterior of the Gansevoort Meatpacking hotel in NYC.Credit:David Mitchell/Courtesy of Gansevoort Meatpacking The Gansevoort is located in the heart of the trendyMeatpacking District. So, no matter which room bang out you pick, theres no bad place to stay....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Kempinski Palace Engelberg is Engelberg’s only five-star hotel, and it dates back over one hundred years. Ensconced in the Engelberg Valley, uninterrupted views of the Swiss Alps come standard with every room. Exterior of the Kempinski Palace Engelberg in the Swiss Alps of Engelberg, Switzerland.Credit:Courtesy of Kempinski Palace Engelberg Ours overlooked the Titlis summit to the south and the Hahnen and Wissberg mountains to the east....

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. See the top 10 winners. Over 186,000 T+L readers completed the 2024 survey. Courtesy of The Winnetu Oceanside Resort The final scores are averages of these responses. Perfect location, consummate service, no detail unaddressed, thoughtful in all aspects. We instantly fell in love, says one guest. Courtesy of The Winnetu Oceanside Resort

The lobby ambassadors as the receptionists are now known smile as I lean in for closer inspection. I might be mistaken, but it looks like tennis court clay. Stars have long scrambled for a suite here every May during theCannes Film Festival. Credit:Romeo Balancourt/Courtesy of Carlton Cannes, A Regent Hotel (Legend has it that theclay tennis court surface originated in Cannesdecades earlier.) I notice terra cotta lines crisscrossing the carpet and similar detailing in the bathroom....

Travelers looking to experience what its like to fly over one of theworlds best airportscan now do so straight from the comfort of their room at theHaneda Excel Hotel Tokyu. Drawing inspiration from its location near Haneda (Tokyo International) Airport, the hotel is opening a room that comes with its own flight simulator to provide guests with sweeping views as they embark on flights over the facility to Osaka’s Itami Airport....

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. A few nights at a Westin hotel is the perfect way to test your next mattress. But like all good things, vacations must come to an end. The Heavenly Bed in a guest room at the Westin Washington D.C.Credit:GREG POWERS/Courtesy of Westin Hotels & Resorts Westin also encourages participation in marathons, creatingexperiences around the racesfor runners and their supporters. Theres even a Heavenly Mattress fordogs, so it’s possible for you to pamper your best friend too....

Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta is taking things to the next level. Additionally, new air-conditioning units, smart TVs, and Nespresso machines have been added. One of the best things about staying at an all-inclusive resort is the complimentary dining. Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta sits on an exclusive beach, Las Estacas.Credit:Courtesy of Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta With 12soon to be 13restaurants, the Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta is no exception. A new Italian restaurant with oceanfront views, Melanzanne, is set to debut later this year as well....

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Highland Base Kerlingarfjoll is one way Iceland’s Highlands is becoming more accessible. The view from a cabin at Iceland’s Highland Base at Kerlingarfjöll.Credit:Courtesy of Highland Base – Kerlingarfjöll The Kerlingarfjoll area, designated as a nature reserve in 2020, wasnt explored until the 1930s. By the ’60s, it was a summer hub for mountaineering and skiing....

This wasnt supposed to be how the day went. By no means should this stunning setting be anyones second choice. I shook myself out of my funk of what could have been. Credit:Courtesy of Pursuit, Sky Lagoon It had almost been too easy to switch plans and veer here to the lagoon just outside town. I had splurged on the most luxurious of the three options: Sky. This included lagoon access, private changing facilities, and theSeven-Step Ritual....